The United States Department of Agriculture came out with what I feel may be a better way of figuring out if you're eating healthy enough. Each day, when you fill your imaginary plate, the majority of your plate should be vegetables, followed by a lesser amount of grains, then fruits, and the smallest portion on your plate is a protein, with a side of dairy. I like the simplicity!
According to the ChooseMyPlate press release, "MyPlate is a new generation icon with the intent to prompt consumers to think about building a healthy plate at meal times."
You can find much more information (there's even a coloring page for young children) about this new icon and eating healthfully at
ChooseMyPlate.gov
Of course, we all already knew this because every mom told us "be sure to eat your vegetables" at the supper table.
ReplyDeleteFor me, thank goodness mashed potatoes are vegetables so that I can get enough vegetables on my plate. They pile up nice and high.